Why a Warranty is Important

March 14, 2009

A warranty is your ticket to peace of mind when you purchase products. No matter how good the reputation of the business is, products can have problems either upon purchase or after a certain amount of time. Defects in workmanship may not be apparent until you have been using the product for some time. That is why when you purchase lighting fixtures that have good warranties you are safeguarding yourself against any breakdowns in the future.

If a business offers a one year or two year warranty it is a sign that they are reliable and care about their customers. If you find a company that offers a three year warranty on its product this is an exceptional one. This shows that the company is dependable and will stand behind its products.

What should a warranty have?

* An extension of at least two years, ideally three: warranties on a product should cover at least two years and if you are really lucky three years. A product that will last this long is indeed a good one. Companies that offer warranties of up to three years are worth staying with. They value their customers by making long lasting products.

* Take in account normal wear and tear: All good warranties should talk about covering normal wear and tear in their conditions. Normal wear and tear just means normal usage and is often spoke about in many warranties.

* Specifically state whether it is manufacturer or store: Store and manufacturer are the two types of warranty. If it is a store warranty you can directly go to that store and have the warranty taken care of. If it is a manufacturer warranty the store will instruct you how to send the item back to the manufacturer.

* It should be in writing: when you purchase a product you should always have a written warranty. This protects you as oral agreements will not be remembered if you want the warranty to be honored a year or two from purchase.

Any product must conform to quality standards when you purchase it for the guarantee to remain valid. You should read your guarantee carefully and discuss any discrepancies with the business providing the goods. There may be certain conditions that void the warranty or limit it.

When you next purchase a product remember to ask the seller about a warranty. You never know what may happen in the future and it is good to be prepared. Good lighting fixtures do not come cheap and you want to safeguard your investment by getting a good warranty on your product. With these points in mind you will be able to choose a company that offers you a great warranty on your product and really have peace of mind when you buy from them.

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